The Jamaica Soccer Federation (JFF) has issued a response following a wide-ranging interview with participant Leon Bailey on the ‘Let’s Be Sincere’ podcast, the place Bailey made a number of accusations concerning his therapy by the federation.
In a launched assertion, the JFF expressed concern in regards to the feedback made by Bailey, stating that a few of his assertions weren’t fully correct and aimed to offer clarification.
In the course of the interview, Leon Bailey raised considerations about varied points, together with the timing of his funds from the JFF and his journey preparations, alleging that he usually needed to ebook his personal flights and obtained last-minute flight confirmations, leading to economic system class journey with a number of stops.
‘Inaccurate and contradictory’
Nonetheless, the JFF countered these claims, stating that Bailey’s assertions have been “inaccurate and contradictory.” The federation highlighted particular cases of Bailey’s journey bookings, demonstrating that tickets have been organized effectively upfront and included enterprise class seating for a number of flights.
Moreover, the JFF emphasised its coverage of reserving gamers on premium economic system, just like practices in different sporting organizations, to attenuate prices. They famous that gamers, together with Bailey, might request upgrades to enterprise class, which might be accommodated primarily based on availability or deducted from funds owed to them.
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Addressing Bailey’s assertion of not receiving funds from the JFF, the federation clarified that excellent funds for the nationwide group from 2022 have been being disbursed and could be accomplished by the second quarter of 2024. They affirmed their constant provision of per diem and protection of all camp and game-related bills, refuting Bailey’s declare of non-payment as deceptive.
Treating all gamers equally
Relating to Bailey’s request for a non-public room throughout worldwide duties, the JFF reiterated their dedication to treating all gamers equally and emphasised that group preparations have been underneath the purview of the teaching employees.
In conclusion, the JFF expressed disappointment in addressing these points publicly, stating their perception in resolving variations internally somewhat than via media channels.
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